Syneos Health · 10 hours ago
RWE Senior Epidemiologist/Senior Observational Research Scientist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expSyneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. The RWE Senior Epidemiologist/Senior Observational Research Scientist will lead the development of study protocols, manage epidemiological projects, and contribute to the communication of research results to support decision-making.
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Responsibilities
Lead development of study protocols, analysis plans, and study reports to answer research questions of priority to RWE
Lead, design, and manage epidemiological, biomarker and/or data science projects
Lead, plan, design, and conduct analyses for internal and external decision making (e.g., responses to regulatory authorities, rapid analyses of safety queries)
Lead the identification of fit-for-purpose data for the timely execution of the RWE strategy
Constructed cohorts using RWD sources (e.g., claims, EHR) and evaluate key variables, including diagnosis and procedures codes, and plan validation studies as needed
Contribute to the communication of observational research results and methods, including development of pertinent sections of regulatory documents, reports, publications, white papers
Support the effective communication of study/analysis results to support internal and external decisions
Coauthor abstracts and manuscripts for external dissemination of methodologic study results
Contribute to the development of processes and training aimed at increasing the efficiency, quality, and impact of functional activities
Technical Expertise
Observational research methods (both Primary and Secondary), deep knowledge of biostatistics and analysis methods, understanding of regulatory processes
Ability to design studies independently, (ie ability to translate research questions to create study design)
Subject Matter Expertise
Provide subject matter expertise and conduct analyses for descriptive and comparative research using RWD (examples include claims, EHR, PRO/COA, registry data) for methodologic research questions
Qualification
Required
PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Psychometrics, or related field with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant post-doctoral experience, preferably in pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, or consulting environment
Master's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or relevant scientific field, plus 7-9 years of experience in lieu of PhD may be acceptable
Deep understanding of observational research methods and experience to support the design and conduct of observational research, including protocol, statistical analysis plan, and study report development
Extensive knowledge of secondary data sources and experience with secondary data analysis, including electronic medical record and/or medical claims databases
Demonstrated ability to function with an increasing level of autonomy and to develop productive cross-functional collaborations in a matrix environment
Ability to manage priorities and performance targets
Preferred
A record of scientific publications demonstrating expertise in observational study design, analysis, and interpretation
Experience in leading drug development project for 2+ years for therapeutic area of assignment
Benefits
Company car or car allowance
Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time
Company
Syneos Health
Syneos Health, the only fully integrated end-to-end clinical and commercial solution organization.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$524.65M2023-09-28Private Equity
2023-05-10Acquired
2021-03-01Post Ipo Secondary· $524.65M
Leadership Team
Costa Panagos
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Bonello
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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